2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Highlander | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
